Answer

The examiner is looking for you to show that you understand the character of Lennie and how Steinbeck prepares us throughout the novel for Lennie ending up in trouble.

Plan

1 – Introduction

What are you going to do? You are going to consider how Steinbeck prepares us for Lennie ending up in trouble.

2 – What is Lennie Like?

 What is Lennie like as a character?

Give examples of his characteristics using relevant quotations.

Consider the way Lennie treats others and is treated by others.

3 - The actions Lennie takes

Consider Lennie’s actions you should refer to things such as Curley’s wife, why they left their last job.

Use relevant quotations to support your points.

How does Steinbeck prepare us by showing these actions?

4 – How Lennie interacts with others

Select relevant examples which show how Lennie interacts with others?

How does Steinbeck prepare us by showing these interactions?

5 – Conclusion

Come to a firm conclusion sum up what you know about Lennie and explain how Steinbeck prepares us for Lennie ending up in trouble.

REMEMBER TO USE P.E.E/PQD THROUGHOUT.